I've seen it said loads of times on here against dropping players for resting purposes but below an interesting quick read here. From a 32 year old Rickie Lambert struggling after only a short summer break.

https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footb...egret-24041839

Similarities could be drawn to now with a massive fixture pile up for some clubs and to players like Moore, who now will have to also play Wales games (potential to tire him for next season)